1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2010 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 415 kg more than 1980 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Pagani Zonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 685 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Austin | Pagani |
| Model | Allegro | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
